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ORGANIZATION: Pal-O-Mine Equestrian, Inc.

  • 1 person is interested

Volunteers may:

Learn the difference between Horticultural Therapy vs. Therapeutic Horticulture and education on botanical knowledge.
PArticipate in horticultural maintenance including all steps from propagation to harvest.
Arrange, package, and sell produce and flowers.

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About Pal-O-Mine Equestrian, Inc.

Location:

829 Old Nichols Road, Islandia, NY 11749, US

Mission Statement

Pal-O-Mine Equestrian began in 1995 as a therapeutic horseback riding program for individuals with disabilities and other vulnerable populations. Our mission has been, and continues to be, to provide a comprehensive therapeutic equine program using horses to facilitate growth, learning and healing. Our populations include children and adults with disabilities, survivors of trauma, the military and the impoverished.

Description

Pal-O-Mine Equestrian, Inc. is a not for profit organization dedicated to providing a comprehensive therapeutic equine program that uses horses to facilitate growth, learning and healing. Their population includes children and adults with disabilities, those who have been abused or neglected, veterans and the economically compromised. Incorporated in 1996 and recognized as a 501(c)(3) in 1997, Pal-O-Mine was founded by and is still directed by Lisa Gatti.

Pal-O-Mine Equestrian is located 829 Old Nichols Rd., Islandia, NY 11749; Phone: 631-348-1389Website: www.Pal-o-mine.org; Hours: Daily, All year. Features: Therapeutic, recreational and competitive horseback programs, summer day experiences, work-study and Equine Assisted Learning programs for disabled and able-bodied students. Those who help include physical, speech and occupational therapists, special education teachers, ASL interpreters, social workers and equine professionals.

CAUSE AREAS

Community
Environment
Community, Environment

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

829 Old Nichols RoadIslandia, NY 11749

(40.8149,-73.155174)
 

SKILLS

  • Environmental Education
  • Agronomy
  • Botany
  • Gardening
  • Horticulture

GOOD FOR

  • Teens
  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 16
  • Orientation or Training
  • 4 hours weekly
  • Must attend mandatory volunteer orientation and complete a minimum of 4 hours before signing up for shifts. Must provide 3 professional references which will be checked and must pass before beginning training.

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